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Renault Captur common problems and recalls

9 sourced problems across the Captur's generations since 2012, plus 6 DVSA recalls. Enter a registration to see the ones that apply to your exact car.

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Captur Mk2 (incl. E-Tech hybrid and plug-in hybrid) (2019 on)

Acknowledged by the manufacturer

Recalls, extended warranties, compensation schemes, service actions and statements.

  • Recall · RenaultEngine

    Recall: engine software update to prevent breakdowns

    Some recent Renault Captur and Arkana need their engine (injection) computer reprogrammed. Without the update the car can break down or fail to start. Dealers carry out the software update.

    Applies to: Renault Captur Mk2, Arkana and Clio Mk5 built September 2022 – July 2025 (12,500 vehicles)

    DVSA does not say which engine is affected; a Renault dealer can confirm by VIN.

    Source

Reported by owners and the motoring press

Problems at least two independent publishers report, that the maker has not acknowledged. They describe the model, not every car.

DVSA recalls for the Captur Mk2 (incl. E-Tech hybrid and plug-in hybrid)

Listed by DVSA for this model during these build years. Not every car is affected — check yours by VIN on GOV.UK.

  • Contact between the positive alternator wiring and the alternator casing could cause an electrical short circuitR/2020/015 · 21/01/2020

    Contact between the positive alternator wiring and the alternator casing which could cause an electrical short circuit.

    Remedy: Modify the wiring route and if necessary replace the alternator

    Listed for: CLIO IV, CAPTUR I · built 2019

  • Possible detachment of the fixed glass sunroof whilst drivingR/2020/129 · 12/05/2020

    Possible detachment of the fixed glass sunroof while driving.

    Remedy: Check the bonding and replace if required replace the fixed glass sunroof.

    Listed for: CAPTUR II · built 2019

  • Risk of parking brake actuator failingR/2025/377 · 09/09/2025

    For certain vehicles a concern involving the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox engagement actuator within the transmission may result in the parking brake mechanism actuator no longer correctly positioning the locking pawl in the “P lock”.

    Remedy: Replacement of the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox Engagement Actuator.

    Listed for: CAPTUR, SYMBIOZ, MEGANE, AUSTRAL, SCENIC, RAFALE · built 2024–2025

Measured at MOT: how a 2023 Captur fails more often

Based on 20,997 first MOT tests of this model at 3 years old (cars first used 2021–2022), compared against every car of the same age and fuel.

Nothing stands out. No category fails clearly more often on this model than on cars of the same age and fuel.

    How to read this

    These are MOT outcomes for other cars of the same model, age and fuel — not a prediction about this one, and not a fault diagnosis. A high rate means the category is worth checking, not that this car has a problem.

    A comparison is only shown where it survives its own margin of error. Where a model is only slightly above average, both rates are shown and no multiple is given, because the data cannot tell the difference.

    MOT results reflect how a car has been used and maintained as much as the model itself. High mileage, short journeys and deferred servicing all show up here.

    Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Failure rates derived by FindServiceHistory from the DVSA anonymised MOT test and failure-item extracts.

    Captur Mk1 (2013–2019)

    Acknowledged by the manufacturer

    Recalls, extended warranties, compensation schemes, service actions and statements.

    • Recall · RenaultBrakes

      Recall: wheel-arch liners can rub through the front brake hoses

      On early Capturs the front wheel-arch liners could be out of position and rub on the front brake hoses. A damaged hose can lengthen the brake pedal and bring up a 'Braking system fault' warning. Dealers repositioned the liners and replaced damaged hoses.

      Applies to: Captur Mk1 built January 2013 – March 2015 (31,320 cars)

      Recalls apply to specific vehicles by VIN — a Renault dealer or the DVSA recall checker can confirm whether this car was included and whether the work has been done.

      2 sources

    Reported by owners and the motoring press

    Problems at least two independent publishers report, that the maker has not acknowledged. They describe the model, not every car.

    DVSA recalls for the Captur Mk1

    Listed by DVSA for this model during these build years. Not every car is affected — check yours by VIN on GOV.UK.

    • Contact between the positive alternator wiring and the alternator casing could cause an electrical short circuitR/2020/015 · 21/01/2020

      Contact between the positive alternator wiring and the alternator casing which could cause an electrical short circuit.

      Remedy: Modify the wiring route and if necessary replace the alternator

      Listed for: CLIO IV, CAPTUR I · built 2019

    • Front wheel hubs may crackR/2018/077 · 20/03/2018

      The front wheel hub may suffer cracking. Drivers may notice abnormal noise and in extreme cases the hub may fail.

      Remedy: On affected vehicles check manufacturing date of the wheel hubs and replace if required

      Listed for: CAPTUR · built 2017

    • The left hand side seatbelt buckle (reel) fixing bolt may not have been set to correct torque or may be or become missingR/2020/003 · 14/01/2020

      The left hand seatbelt fixing bolt may not have been set to the correct torque.

      Remedy: Check for the presence of the bolt and factory torque confirmation marking. If either are not present replace the bolt.

      Listed for: CAPTUR · built 2018

    • Possible detachment of the fixed glass sunroof whilst drivingR/2020/129 · 12/05/2020

      Possible detachment of the fixed glass sunroof while driving.

      Remedy: Check the bonding and replace if required replace the fixed glass sunroof.

      Listed for: CAPTUR II · built 2019

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    • Incorrect welding of the catalytic convertorR/2018/324 · 04/12/2018

      Incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor.

      Remedy: Check the welding of the catalytic converter and replace it if necessary.

      Listed for: CAPTUR · built 2018

    Measured at MOT: how a 2016 Captur fails more often

    Based on 32,031 first MOT tests of this model at 10 years old (cars first used 2014–2015), compared against every car of the same age and fuel.

    Nothing stands out. No category fails clearly more often on this model than on cars of the same age and fuel.

      How to read this

      These are MOT outcomes for other cars of the same model, age and fuel — not a prediction about this one, and not a fault diagnosis. A high rate means the category is worth checking, not that this car has a problem.

      A comparison is only shown where it survives its own margin of error. Where a model is only slightly above average, both rates are shown and no multiple is given, because the data cannot tell the difference.

      MOT results reflect how a car has been used and maintained as much as the model itself. High mileage, short journeys and deferred servicing all show up here.

      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Failure rates derived by FindServiceHistory from the DVSA anonymised MOT test and failure-item extracts.

      MOT failure rate: the Captur against vehicles its age

      In our analysis of DVSA's anonymised MOT data for 2024 and 2025, 23.9% of 301,679 initial MOT tests on the Renault Captur failed at the first attempt — 8% more often than vehicles of the same ages and fuel types, which failed 22.0%.

      CapturCars of the same age and fuel (all makes)

      Renault Captur initial MOT failure rate by age band, against vehicles of the same age and fuel
      AgeTestsBarsCapturSame age & fuelDifference
      3–5 years87,671
      		13.8%14.1%About the same
      6–9 years168,116
      		25.3%23.5%7% higher
      10–14 years45,892
      		37.9%32.1%17% higher

      These describe the model, not one car: how vehicles are used and maintained shows up as much as how they were built. Differences are the conservative end of a 95% confidence interval.

      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Rates and comparisons are FindServiceHistory's own analysis, not DVSA figures.

      These describe the model, not one car. Plenty of cars never have the problems their model is known for, and a recall may already have been done on yours. Every problem links to its sources; a reported problem needs two independent publishers before we list it.

      Recalls are listed by DVSA for the model around its build date — check a specific car by VIN at GOV.UK. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

      Common questions

      What are the most common Captur problems?

      For cars built from 2012, the problems at least two independent publishers report include: Software and electrical glitches: screens, warning lights, settings; 1.2 TCe / 1.2 DIG-T turbo petrol: high oil consumption; 1.5 dCi diesel: DPF clogging on short trips; 1.5 dCi diesel: timing belt failures, some before the due date; 1.5 dCi diesel: turbo failures. Which apply depends on the generation and engine — they are listed generation by generation above, each with its sources.

      Has the Captur been recalled?

      Yes. DVSA lists recalls for the Captur built from 2012, shown above by generation. A recall covers a range of chassis numbers, so not every car is affected — check a specific car by VIN on GOV.UK, or by registration with our checker.

      Does my Captur have these problems?

      Not necessarily. These describe the model; many cars never have them, and a well-maintained car is less likely to. Enter your registration above to see the problems for your exact generation and engine, and whether DVSA records an outstanding recall on it. Whether a known problem was fixed is what a service history check shows.

      Has this Captur had the work done?

      A known problem matters far less on a car whose dealer records show it was fixed. A service history check returns the manufacturer's own dealership records for a specific car — and there's no charge if we find nothing.

      Check a Renault service history

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